LAHORE, SEPT 23 /DNA/ – A media briefing for 4th Chief of the Naval Staff All Pakistan Hockey Tournament 2025 was held in Lahore. Commander Central Punjab, Rear Admiral Sohail Ahmad Azmie, shared details of the tournament, which is scheduled to be held from 25 September to 4 October 2025 at National Hockey Stadium, Lahore.

While addressing the media personnel, Commander Central Punjab highlighted that sports instil discipline, patience and tolerance in society. He said that Pakistan Navy provides its officers and sailors equal opportunities to engage in healthy activities, enabling them to represent Pakistan nationally and internationally.

He further stated that while hockey’s past has been glorious, the game has unfortunately declined due to numerous reasons. Pakistan Navy has been organizing this tournament in collaboration with Pakistan Hockey Federation to promote hockey and to express national unity since 2016. The 3rd Chief of the Naval Staff All Pakistan Hockey Tournament was successfully held in Karachi in 2021 and received high acclaim.

Eight top teams including Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force, Mari Engineers, Rangers, Police, Port Qasim and National Bank of Pakistan are participating in the 4th edition of CNS All Pakistan Hockey Tournament.

Commander Central Punjab underscored that the tournament will provide players with an excellent platform to showcase their talent, raise awareness about the significance of hockey among youth and offer thrilling contests for spectators. Pakistan Navy will also award cash prizes to the top three teams, along with special prizes for the Best Player, Top Scorer, and Best Goalkeeper of the tournament. He also expressed heartfelt gratitude to Pakistan Hockey Federation, Sports Board Punjab, Sponsors and the management of National Hockey Stadium Lahore for extending full support to Pakistan Navy in organizing this event.